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Arizona | Verde Valley / Yavapai County

Verde RiverWhite Bridge RAP to Beasley Flat RAP

The full 9-mile White Bridge to Beasley Flat Verde River paddle-trail day, combining the two named Class II sections below Camp Verde.

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DistanceAbout 9 river miles
DifficultyModerate
Typical timeAllow 5–8 hours with scouting
ShuttleCar shuttle
The Verde River runs through a rugged Arizona canyon corridor.
River contextVerde River; same-river context, not an endpoint or current-conditions photograph river-level context — not necessarily this exact reach.Photo by Jennifer Horn via Wikimedia Commons

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Trip details

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Distance, difficulty, rules and camping
On-water distanceAbout 9 river milesWhite Bridge RAP to Beasley Flat RAP
DifficultymoderateThe White Bridge–Beasley Flat paddle-trail corridor is generally Class II, with shallow riffles, diversion structures, strainers and changing desert access conditions.
ShuttleCar shuttleStage the downstream vehicle first, then drive to the named upstream access. Confirm the Forest Service road and carry condition before unloading.
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CampingDay tripNo overnight camping is included; use separately permitted campgrounds and never camp on private banks.
SeasonJan-DecThe lower Verde is most reliable in the seasonal 150–1,000 cfs band; check current Camp Verde telemetry, thunderstorms and access notices before launch.

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The full 9-mile White Bridge to Beasley Flat Verde River paddle-trail day, combining the two named Class II sections below Camp Verde.

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White Bridge RAP
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Beasley Flat RAP
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  • Use only the named public RAPs and obey posted parking, carry and closure notices.

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  • Low-water riffles and shallow gravel bars
  • Diversion structures and marked portages
  • Strainers, private banks and flash-flood rises

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The Verde River runs through a rugged Arizona canyon corridor.
Verde River; same-river context, not an endpoint or current-conditions photograph river-level context — not necessarily this exact reach.Photo by Jennifer Horn via Wikimedia Commons
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Gauge siteVerde River near Camp Verde, AZ
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Preferred range150 cfs to 1,000 cfs
Low threshold150 cfs
High threshold1,000 cfs
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Main source behind this scoreRiverBrain White Bridge to Beasley Flat flow guidance
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NotesWhat to know before you go

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  • Access and distanceWhite Bridge RAP to Beasley Flat RAP; 9 miles

    Friends of the Verde access map and the USFS paddle guide publish the named access sequence, river miles and waypoint coordinates.

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  • Scoring band150–1,000 cfs route-specific planning band

    RiverBrain reports this White Bridge to Beasley Flat band against the Verde River near Camp Verde gauge; use it as a conservative cue and verify current conditions locally.

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  • GaugeUSGS 09506000

    Direct Verde River gauge near Camp Verde; recheck current telemetry and trend before launch.

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Verde River paddling FAQ

What water level is best for the White Bridge RAP to Beasley Flat RAP route on the Verde River?

Paddle Today watches Verde River near Camp Verde, AZ and treats 150 cfs to 1,000 cfs as the target band for this route, with weather and recent trend included in the final score.

Where does the White Bridge RAP to Beasley Flat RAP route on the Verde River start and end?

This route starts at White Bridge RAP and ends at Beasley Flat RAP, about 9 river miles on the water.

Is the White Bridge RAP to Beasley Flat RAP route on the Verde River suitable for beginners?

This is listed as a moderate route. Expect more planning than an easy float, and use the live score, route notes, and source links before committing.

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